Experts reach consensus on 14 candidate biomarkers of aging
An expert panel agreed, with at least 70%, on a list of 14 possible markers of biological aging, but did not present the list as definitive.
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What the research shows
According to the article, an expert panel reached at least 70% agreement on 14 possible biomarkers of aging. They include IGF-1, IL-6, grip strength, gait speed and epigenetic clocks. The group itself made clear that the list is not definitive.
A biomarker is a measure that can indicate the state of a process in the body. According to the text, agreed biomarkers may help researchers measure biological aging, which does not always track chronological age, and evaluate interventions. Expert consensus guides research, but on its own it does not prove that each marker works well in clinical practice.
What it means
The consensus shows that experts largely agree on which measures deserve study for biological aging. It is still unknown which set is the most reliable, or whether tracking these markers improves people's health.
How to read it with care
A list of research markers does not replace a medical consultation. Anyone considering changes to diet, supplements or treatment should talk with a doctor or another qualified professional.